Gov Okpebholo: Ekpoma Kidnappers Not Fulanis
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo dismisses claims Fulani herdsmen carried out the Ekpoma kidnapping, citing masked faces as evidence. He condemns subsequent protest hijacking and looting.
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo dismisses claims Fulani herdsmen carried out the Ekpoma kidnapping, citing masked faces as evidence. He condemns subsequent protest hijacking and looting.
Edo Police arrest 52 suspects for violence during Ekpoma protest, dismiss social media claims. CP Agbonika supervised joint security operation. Details inside.
Edo State Government postpones school resumption in Edo Central Senatorial District due to security concerns following violent protests in Ekpoma. Stay informed on the latest safety updates.
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo claims security agencies have identified overseas sponsors behind the Ekpoma protests. He alleges a coordinated plot by opposition to destabilize the state.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan condemns the arrest of 52 Ambrose Alli University students after a protest in Ekpoma. She calls for their release and urges Governor Okpebholo to address kidnappings, not suppress youth voices.
TikTok celebrity Jarvis makes an emotional plea to Governor Monday Okpebholo over rampant kidnappings in Ekpoma and the arrest of 52 protesting students. Her video sparks major reactions online.
Atiku Abubakar demands the unconditional release of 52 individuals remanded after an Edo protest against insecurity. The case adjourned to February 2026.
Edo State Police redeploy Ekpoma DPO after violent protests over kidnappings. New CSP Tomofe Nwabueze takes over immediately. Schools in Edo Central remain closed.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan demands the release of 52 Ambrose Alli University students arrested during a protest against kidnappings in Edo State. She warns against criminalizing youth voices.
An Edo High Court has ordered the remand of 52 youths linked to a violent protest against kidnapping in Ekpoma. The protest, led by students, turned destructive. Read the full details.
Edo State Police Command refutes online claims that a police station in Ekpoma was set ablaze. The actual fire affected shops near the division. Public urged to verify news.
Edo State Government postpones school resumption in Edo Central due to rising insecurity and recent violent protests. Get the latest updates and official statement here.
Angry residents of Ekpoma, Edo State, stormed a livestock market, slaughtering goats and chasing traders in protest over a youth's killing by suspected kidnappers. Governor Monday Okpebholo and police intervene.
Shocking CCTV footage shows a man abducted in Ekpoma, Edo State, just one day after residents protested rampant kidnappings. The incident highlights the escalating security crisis.
Davido's logistics manager, Isreal Afere, predicts APC's poor performance in Edo's 2027 presidential poll following youth protests over kidnappings. Read the full story.
Angry residents and students in Ekpoma, Edo State, protest rampant kidnappings. Police report rescue of nine victims using drone technology. Get the full story.
Ambrose Alli University disowns individuals behind protest against incessant kidnappings in Ekpoma. Management says demonstrators are not registered students. Read the full statement.
AIG Kanayo Uzuegbu directs Commissioners of Police in Imo, Abia, and Ebonyi to deploy personnel for a peaceful Christmas. Public urged to report suspicious activities.
Police in Ogun, Delta, and Imo states launch major security operations for Christmas and New Year. Joint patrols, traffic control, and bans on fireworks aim for a safe celebration. Read details.
Dr Ayo Ogunsan, LSSTF boss, deploys a monitoring team to ensure accountability and transparency in the use of security resources. Read how this move aims to boost public trust.
The NSCDC deploys over 55,000 personnel nationwide to protect citizens and critical assets during Christmas and New Year. Public urged to provide credible intelligence.
Nigeria's National Security Adviser issues urgent security alert for the 2025 festive season, prompting nationwide deployments and coordinated responses from state governors and police commands.
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni mandates police and security agencies to scale up operations to ensure public safety during Christmas and New Year celebrations across the state.
Lagos State Security Trust Fund's new CEO, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, outlines a modern, collaborative strategy for tackling security challenges, including public donations and a major town hall meeting on December 11.
The Shipping Association of Nigeria reports 2,300 security breaches by stowaways yearly, costing firms $2,000 per case. Port security agencies dispute the figures. Read more.
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas leads a strategic security mission to Cameroon with Senators Kalu and Abdullahi to strengthen border cooperation against terrorism and crime. Details emerge.
MATAN Food Bank launches an automated digital initiative to provide direct food access for over 40 million Nigerians, backed by the House of Representatives. Read how this plan tackles the nation's food crisis.
Governor Peter Mbah launches hi-tech drones, bulletproof gear, and patrol vehicles to make Enugu the safest state in Nigeria. See the full security upgrade details.
Nigerian lawmakers declare security system near collapse, demand death penalty for kidnappers and sweeping security reforms amid escalating nationwide attacks.
Northern Nigeria's 19 governors schedule crucial security meeting with traditional rulers in Kaduna to address escalating attacks and kidnappings. Citizens urged to support security agencies.